Graeme Swann medically withdrawn from Celebrity SAS
Former England cricketer Graeme Swann was forced to leave Celebrity SAS after a serious arm injury was discovered. Read the full emotional story of his medical withdrawal.
Former England cricketer Graeme Swann was forced to leave Celebrity SAS after a serious arm injury was discovered. Read the full emotional story of his medical withdrawal.
Former footballer Scott van-der-Sluis, 23, is back in the Love Island All Stars villa in South Africa. Discover his age, career, and the drama he's already causing. Get the full story.
Alexander Bede Walsh, 72, already serving 22 years, found guilty of indecent assault on a boy at a Stoke-on-Trent church in the 1980s. Police urge survivors to come forward.
Simon Taylor, 43, a former soldier turned teacher, has been sentenced to four years and six months for sexually assaulting and grooming a pupil. Read the full court report.
Former England manager and football icon Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer. His family requests privacy as the 74-year-old legend begins treatment. Read the full statement.
A new Well Home store has opened in Birmingham's landmark former Marks & Spencer building after two years vacant. Discover the half-price opening offers on household essentials now.
Plans to convert a former West Midlands Police training centre in Smethwick into a 76-bed HMO for healthcare workers and professionals are under consideration. Read the full details.
Heidi Watson-Trant, a former patient, creates a vibrant multi-faith mural at Cygnet Hospital Bierley in Bradford to inspire hope and comfort for others. Read her moving story.
A Sandwell Council committee is set to decide on a new plan for eight flats in Great Barr after the developer demolished the former GP surgery without permission. Read the latest.
A landmark former pub and nightclub in Tamworth's distinctive Art Deco Lighthouse building is on the market for £300,000. Could you revitalise this historic site?
Nearly 40,000 former mineworkers are receiving a one-off £5,500 payment and a 41% weekly pension increase. Discover how this historic payout corrects a decades-long injustice.
Former England footballer Karen Carney OBE has lifted the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 glitterball. Discover the champion's private life, vegan lifestyle, and Birmingham roots.
Wolves will hold a minute's silence for former academy star Ethan McLeod, who died in an M1 crash aged 21. Tributes pour in for the talented Macclesfield FC forward.
A 19th-century former printworks in Leamington Spa has been transformed into a stunning New York-style loft apartment, now renting for £6,000 per month. Discover its incredible hidden features.
The Bank of England's latest data shows new mortgage rates have dropped to 4.17%. Experts analyse the market ahead of the crucial interest rate decision. Read the full report.
The UK Government plans to slash the drink-drive limit in England and Wales to 22 micrograms, aligning with Scotland. Discover the details and road safety implications.
The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates on December 18, with markets predicting a 90% chance. This has already triggered mortgage rate reductions from major lenders, offering hope to home buyers.
A nationwide ban on pavement parking is likely to be introduced across England in 2026. The move aims to improve safety for vulnerable pedestrians but poses challenges for drivers in tight streets.
Campaigners call for four-day school week trials in England and Wales to address teacher workload and retention crisis. Could a shorter week boost wellbeing and results?
New UK pollution targets could see wood-burning stoves partially banned in England. Learn how the government's environmental plan will affect households and air quality.
Fresh snowfall of up to 5cm is predicted for parts of England and Scotland by Friday, December 5. Get the latest weather maps and Met Office forecast details here.
Ambulances face significant handover delays outside busy Birmingham hospitals, impacting crew wellbeing. Discover the latest data and the new plan to tackle the crisis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends tax relief for home workers' expenses from April. Discover how this budget change impacts you and what it means for the future.
West of England business leaders warn Rachel Reeves' Budget will dampen investment and job creation. Read the full reaction from the region's key industries.
Met Office forecasts reveal 32 counties in England will avoid this weekend's Arctic blast. Midlands, Southeast, and Southwest set for a frosty but snow-free period. Get the full forecast.
A new Met Office forecast reveals the 32 English counties set to avoid this weekend's Arctic blast and snow. Discover which areas will be spared and the detailed weather outlook.
The Met Office warns of potential snow in six northern counties this weekend as temperatures plummet. Discover which areas are affected and the latest forecast.
West of England leaders endorse a proposed tourist tax on overnight stays to fund transport and local projects. Find out how this could transform the region's visitor economy.
Lincolnshire's Danny Melville crowned Referee of the Year at 2025 England Squash Awards. Discover his journey from local tournaments to international competitions and his ambitions to reach the top.
Troy Deeney agrees with Thomas Tuchel that Morgan Rogers is undroppable after his match-winning double for Aston Villa against Leeds. The pundit suggests he should be England's No. 10.